While I Was Away: On Growing Up and Shifting Seasons
But things have changed. People have changed. The world has changed. The nonstop movement has now been replaced with nonstop scrolling or streaming or people watching or alcohol consumption. As Goodie Mob said, "People don't dance no mo, all they
I Am Still Here: Reflections on the Move & Settling In!
Life has unfolded beautifully but not without grief. I’ve had some sharp good-byes, not only to my former home and seemingly all things related, but also some connections once held in new city of residence. This year has continued to
New Beginnings: Reflections on Beginning AGAIN, Closed Chapters and Opened Doors
My faith is renewed - perhaps stronger and more mature than ever. My circle is ever shrinking as my focus increases related to all God has placed in my heart. All that is and is to become. My boundaries firmer.
The reBUILD: Thoughts on 2024 being the Year of Me and More
2024 was my year of the rebuild. 2025 is my year of discipline – more on this later. But in the meantime, what was your theme for 2024? And what – if any – are your thoughts on a theme
What a Difference A Year Makes: Celebrating my WELLNESS-versary
Never in one million years did I imagine investing in my physical health in such a devoted manner would yield so many other benefits in EVERY other area of my life.
Style Series Part V: On Sizing … Wardrobe Considerations and Weight Fluctuations
And so here we are, in this current chapter of my life, feeling stronger, faster, more fit than I have in years. Many years. And alongside this celebration of my health, I get to experience what it means to think
Style Series Part II: Dear Momma
Take up space. Make a statement. Be bold. Be you. Show up. Show off, should you desire. You ARE loved. You ARE light. To my momma and Black mommas everywhere, I love you. I see you. I appreciate you.
Other Places You Can Find My Work
This work was a labor of love. I originally drafted this chapter during the height of the pandemic for another edited volume. Thankfully, I could not finish the edits in time for that publication. Breonna Taylor is much is a
45 for 45: My Summer Gems in Honor of Bree Day
Today kicks off my 7-day countdown to my birthday! To say I am excited is an understatement. Not only have I found that my life continues to get better as the years pass, BUT this summer has been one for
7 year … CALM: Finding Peace after Prolonged Uncertainty
My life is COMPLETELY different than I expected. My circle is much, much smaller. Thanks to E2M and a host of other life events, my day-to-day activities are different. Entertainment looks different to and for me than just a few